Bhramari Pranayama: Shilpa Shetty says this ancient breathing practice keeps her fit and youthful at 50
Bollywood's heartthrob, Shilpa Shetty , continues to amaze everyone with her staunch commitment towards her body and health even at the age of 50! Her disciplined lifestyle and clean eating habits is a testament to her dedication. She is known for her workouts and yoga and recently she showed us that how a simple beathing exercises as such as Pranayama, has helped her manage stress .
In her exact words, she says, 'Hum your way to harmony', in her Instagram video caption. This simple breathing technique we are talking about is Bhramari Pranayama aka the bee breath. Shilpa Shetty says is a complete 'ram baan', a perfect weapon against chronic stress and mental fatigue. She credits this practice for helping her maintain balance in her busy lifestyle, improve mental clarity and concentration, and also to stay emotionally calm.
In the world where everything and everyone is chasing after their dreams, health takes a back seat, where anxiety and stress thrive! A simple technique as such as Bhramari, offers a natural way to regain that lost peace and focus. In her Instagram video she explains that this involves just deep breathing combined with a bee-like humming sound. According to her, this method is highly effective in reducing anxiety and regulating blood pressure as well.
How to do it properly
- Find a comfortable seat, preferably a yoga mat, keep your spine straight and relaxed
- Close your eyes slowly and breathe in a few times deeply.
- Close your eyes with thumbs and place the index fingers on your forehead, rest the other fingers lightly over your face.
- Breathe deeply and slowly in through your nose.
- As you exhale slowly, hum, similar to a bee that buzzes. Maintain the sound steady and gentle.
- Listen to the vibration inside your head and chest.
Benefits of Bhramari pranayama
Reduces stress and anxiety: The humming vibrations calm the mind and reduces stress
Enhances sleep: Proper and regular practice reinforces relaxation, and combats insomnia too
Improves concentration: Ditches mental fog, enhances focus and provides that clearness of mind
Relieves tension: Assists in alleviating tension in the back of the head, neck and throat too
